Contentious Construction Solicitor

Michael Page Legal; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Edinburgh seeks a Construction Solicitor (0-4 PQE) to handle high-profile disputes across construction and infrastructure sectors. The role involves advising clients, representing them in various proceedings, and contributing to team initiatives. A competitive salary between £53,000 and £63,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package, is offered in a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous annual leave allowance

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Experience in contentious construction or infrastructure disputes.
• Familiarity with adjudication, arbitration, and litigation processes.
• Ability to handle multi-jurisdictional project disputes.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on construction and infrastructure disputes.
• Represent clients in ADR processes and formal proceedings.
• Draft settlement agreements and manage client relationships.

Skills

Adjudication

Collaboration

Commercial awareness

Dispute resolution

Education

Solicitor or equivalent with 0-4 years' PQE

Job description

Overview

This Construction Solicitor role in Edinburgh (0-4 PQE) offers the opportunity to work on high-profile, complex contentious matters in infrastructure, energy, civil engineering, PFI/PPP, and professional negligence. You'll advise and represent diverse clients, ranging from contractors to employers across mediation, adjudication, arbitration, and litigation throughout the UK, all within a forward-looking, flexibility-focused environment.

Client Details

Our client is an innovatively minded, market-leading full-service commercial law firm, consistently lauded for its people-first culture and excellence.

Description

• Advising clients on high-stakes contentious construction and infrastructure disputes across energy, civil engineering, PPP/PFI, renewables, and professional negligence sectors
• Representing clients in ADR processes and formal proceedings including adjudication, mediation, arbitration, litigation (TCC, Court of Session)
• Drafting settlement agreements, dispute documentation, and strategising resolution pathways
• Managing relationships with sophisticated commercial clients and supporting business development initiatives
• Contributing to team knowledge via thought leadership and knowledge-sharing initiatives

Profile

• A solicitor or equivalent with 0-4 years' PQE in contentious construction or infrastructure disputes
• Familiar with adjudication, arbitration, litigation, and dispute avoidance mechanisms
• Comfortable working across complex, multi-jurisdictional project disputes (UK-wide)
• Collaborative, commercially-aware, and responsive to client needs
• Keen to grow within a high-performance, inclusive team

Job Offer

• Competitive salary estimated between £53,000 and £63,000 per annum.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including pension contributions and other perks.
• Generous annual leave allowance to support work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development.
• A collaborative and supportive company culture within a professional services environment.

If you're a skilled Construction Solicitor looking to advance your career in Edinburgh, apply now to join this respected legal team!